1958 Land Rover 109 vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (134 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 363 kg more than 2012 Citroen C4.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Citroen C4 (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Land Rover 109 | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Land Rover | Citroen |
Model | 109 | C4 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2285 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 134 HP |
Torque | 157 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1337 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |